Innovations

BamFibre is a natural, gluten-, lactose- and cholesterol-free soluble and insoluble fibre developed at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology. BamFibre acts as a stabiliser and cryoprotectant in food, aids detoxification and waste excretion and is suitable for high temperature application such

SlowRedT is an innovation of Cape Peninsula University of Technology that involves a modified release delivery system of Rooibos extract (Aspalathus linearis) to be used as a nutraceutical or dietary supplement. This system delivers specific Rooibos polyphenolic constituents both immediately and

Omega Canine Emulsion combines the benefits of Omega-3, Carotene, and Vitamin E for the benefit of man’s best friend. The product comes in a squeeze bottle, making dispensing the emulsion onto food easy. The product has a smoky flavour, which is liked by canines. Reports by owners claim that it

The Natural Biostimulant developed at the University of the Western Cape is a proudly South African, cost-effective, safe, natural and organic botanical fertiliser with promising commercial applications in the agriculture sector. Derived from an indigenous plant extract, the product contains a

BamPro is a natural, great tasting, lactose and cholesterol free yoghurt-like drink. It is naturally low in fat and rich in protein, fibre and antioxidants with added probiotics for maintaining good balance and composition of intestinal flora. BamPro is produced from whole milled Bambara fermented

The Solar Tracker has been developed at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology. It is an efficient mechanism for positioning a solar collector to track the sun. This device is adept to intermittent adjustment of the position of a solar energy collection surface, ensuring that the surface

Surfactants are amphipathic molecules with both hydrophilic and hydrophobic moieties that partition preferentially at the interface between fluid phases, such as oil/water or air/water interfaces. Such characteristics confer excellent detergency, emulsifying, foaming, and dispersing traits, which

The North-West University (NWU) has pioneered the novel use of Europium-Tellurium-Oxide (ETO) in the production of clean energy. ETO is a light-chargeable catalyst material that exhibits sustained and enhanced activity after light excitation has ended. Its unique characteristics present an

The invention relates to a novel process of partial oxidation of un-agglomerated chromite ore in ferrochrome production processes. The process includes the steps: Providing a source of un-agglomerated chromite ore; subjecting the source of un-agglomerated chromite ore to pre-oxidation at a

This novel system allows for digital monitoring of payloads on heavy vehicles and avoids repetitive, physical weighing of compliant vehicles at static weighbridges to check overloading status. This is achieved by digitally linking all weighbridges and existing or new cameras on a specific corridor

Bambara Groundnut: A Versatile, Nutritious Crop with Market Potential The Bambara Groundnut, also known as the round bean, is widely grown across Africa and is recognised by various names. It has significant potential as a cash crop due to its nutritional composition, functional properties, and

Omega Caro-E Xtra combines Omega-3 fatty acids with 11 different carotenoids and five different forms of vitamin E, all derived from palm oil and manufactured by a patented process in Malaysia. In addition, it also contains 50% of the daily requirement for vitamin D. The concept was created and